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Once you have all your selected items in your cart, you can see if you qualify for free shipping. Shipping costs will be calculated based upon the IP address of your computer. If you prefer to receive your package somewhere else, simply enter a different zip code and wait for the re-calculation.

It’s easy to process your order. If you have a coupon, enter the coupon code and click “save”. Otherwise, simply fill in the basic billing information using the billing address for your credit card. If you want your order shipped to a different address, click the “add/edit shipment address” box and enter a different shipping address.

There’s even a comment box for special notes or instructions. Double check your credit card information and then select “confirm purchase” to submit your order. Watch for the confirmation page and the confirmation email in your inbox. That’s it. Easy and fast.

Of course, if you have any questions please feel free to call one of our snorkeling enthusiasts. We always love to talk to our snorkeling friends. Thanks again for choosing SnorkelCity.

We love to see the kids enjoying the water. It can be magical as they explore a whole new world. But nothing can destroy that magic faster than a bad fitting mask or snorkel; or cheap plastic fins that keep falling off.

SnorkelCity.com has created matched snorkeling sets specifically designed for kids. These sets include the mask, snorkel and fins in age-appropriate sizes. That’s so important for enjoying a day in the water.

Fitting a toddler for their first time snorkeling? No problem. We have sets for even the youngest snorkeler. There are also sets for hard-to-fit teenagers.

Quality gear, in just the right sizes for your family. And, of course, as with all our gear, you’ll receive great pricing, free shipping on eligible orders, and a friendly no-hassle return policy.

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When you call the SnorkelCity customer service center you will likely talk to someone who is a snorkeling fanatic. We love to snorkel and we want you to enjoy your time in the water, too. That’s why we’ve created mask, snorkel and fin sets. Our product standards are so high that you can even use most of our sets for SCUBA diving.

Each set is designed to work together to bring you hours and hours of enjoyment. No fuss making sure the snorkel works with the mask. Our packaged sets are guaranteed to work out of the box and into the water.

In fact, if you’re not happy with your purchase from SnorkelCity.com, we have a terrific no-hassle return policy.

So, check out our diving & snorkeling sets. You’ll find great savings on quality gear. There are basic sets to get you snorkeling fast, but you will also find companion sets for both of you, or complete snorkeling sets with everything you need for that perfect excursion including wetsuit and gear bag.

Ordering online at SnorkelCity.com is easy, safe and secure. Need a little more help? Call one of our snorkeling fanatics today.

Snorkeling is great fun, unless you can’t see the difference between your snorkeling partner and a Bluefin tuna. Fortunately SnorkelCity.com has just what you need for stock and custom prescription masks.

Most snorkelers who require corrective lenses to see can fit into our pre-ground lenses that we stock and install ourselves. You’ll be amazed that SnorkelCity can prepare an optical mask for you and ship the same day. We can even add a purge valve into your optical mask to make clearing water out of the mask easier.

If you have a more complex prescription, SnorkelCity can custom cut your lenses just for you. This is the perfect technology to help you see clearly underwater. Special lenses are ground to match your prescription eyeglasses. The special dive lenses are then bonded to the inside of your dive mask lens. We can even produce bi-focal lenses for your mask.

Enjoy a no-hassle 20/20 viewing experience with a prescription dive mask from SnorkelCity.com.

Not sure exactly the right choice for you? Give us a call and we’ll walk you through the options and make sure you get the right fit and match.

Our experienced customer service team is here to answer your questions. And, don’t forget, most prescription dive masks often receive free shipping anywhere in the continental US of A. Of course, we also ship to our friends to the north.

Welcome to SnorkelCity. If you’re looking for the right snorkeling gear and accessories, you’re going to find it here on SnorkelCity.com.

Snorkels, masks, fins. Hoods and gloves. Wetsuits. Boots and socks. Complete sets for the novice and the seasoned pro. All kinds of accessories. Underwater cameras. Gear bags. Even travel suggestions and snorkeling tips. Oh, did I mention snorkel vests?

SnorkelCity.com is number one. We have an incredible selection of everything. Looking for the hard to find item? Say, a prescription mask in hot pink? We have you covered. And the prices at SnorkelCity are hard to beat. Especially when you throw in free shipping and no hassle returns.

Our approach is unique in the industry. While many companies select products based upon the profit margin they offer their company, we select products for their quality and value to YOU. We know the market and the awesome sport of snorkeling and have selected snorkeling gear that will make you time in the water a memorable experience.

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Okay, time to test the waters. Jump right in. You never know what you’re going to find at SnorkelCity.com.

Congratulations, you are about to enter the marvelous world hidden below the waters’ surface. This is just the first step in a world rich in fascinating adventures. Snorkeling can be practiced at any age level, without limitations of any kind. As always, common sense will tell you what the limits are.

In this section, we’ll give you a few suggestions on how to use your equipment and how to enjoy the underwater world.

The same basic rules for taking a dip in the ocean also apply to snorkeling. Namely, you should stop if you get the shivers, feelings of numbness, or when you get tired.

Let’s see how to prepare your equipment. The basic components are the mask and breathing tube, called- the snorkel. The mask is for looking and the snorkel is for breathing with your face in the water. In order to move around in the water, a pair of fins will make your movements more efficient and noticeably reduce the effort it takes.

The mask generally consists of one or two lenses, a rigid frame, a soft skirt, and a strap to hold it in place. You should wear the mask like this (photo) the strap should be positioned this way (photo) for maximum comfort. If placed too high (photo), or too low (photo) it will be less effective. It’s important that you learn to adjust the strap well- even with just one hand. Do not over tighten the strap. It makes it irritating to use the mask. The purpose of the strap is just to keep the mask in place. The water itself will ensure a good seal. When you put the mask on, make sure that no hair is trapped inside. This would reduce the sealing effect. You have seen that the mask includes an area for the nose (photo).

This is because you breathe through your mouth using the snorkel. Basically it is a tube with a mouthpiece. They come in different shapes and sizes. It could be rigid or flexible but in all cases snorkels are designed to avoid swallowing water. The mouthpiece consists of one part that you place between your lips and teeth and two protruding sections that you hold gently between your teeth to keep the mouthpiece in place. Check that the mask and mouthpiece do not bother you during use. There are masks and mouthpieces designed specifically for the physical features of children and women with smaller faces. One device makes it possible to quickly fasten the snorkel to the mask strap. (photo) The possibility for movement allows the snorkel to adapt to different facial shapes. The snorkel tube should be fastened to the left side of the mask. (photo) Check that this position makes it comfortable to use without tiring your jaw.

You can enjoy your adventures in the sea wearing just swimming suit or a light wetsuit. Wearing a wetsuit will allow you to stay in the water much longer by reducing the dispersion of heat and it also provides better buoyancy making you more comfortable as you observe the sea floor.

An inflatable device is available to help you float with less effort. In some Countries this device is required by law. If you should decide to snorkel wearing just your bathing suit, you should protect yourself with a water resistant sunscreen. Spending a long time in the water exposes your body to the rays of the sun, and while the water feels pleasantly cool, the water acts as a reflector that magnifies the effects of these rays. There are also garments made of special material to protect you from the suns rays without restricting your movements.

Fins may feature a closed foot pocket or a rear strap. Before using them remove the plastic mold used during shipping. To put on the fins, sit in a comfortable position crossing one leg over the other will make them easier to put on. If your ONLY option is to put the fins on while standing lean on your buddy for support to make your position more stable and secure. A few simple considerations will make it easier to put on your fins (flip down the heel portion of the foot pocket to slip your foot into the foot pocket with no obstruction). Loosen the heel strap as far as it will go to provide more room to slip your foot into the pocket and then tighten the strap equally on both sides.

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Now it’s time to hit the water and discover a few more secrets. Before entering the water each time, you should take a few steps to prevent the lens from fogging up. When the mask is dry simply rub the lens with special surfactants such as special anti-fog product or those found in saliva enzymes. Caution should be recognized that saliva also contains bacteria and bacteria in the area of the eyes can cause irritation and infections.

After application of special anti-fog drops, spray or gel, rinse the mask making sure you don’t touch the lens again. It’s also important that the lens stays wet. For this reason, when your not wearing it while in the water it’s helpful to keep the mask around your neck. Pushing it up on your forehead will allow it to dry in the sun and your fogging problems will return.

Now you should be able to properly put on your mask, snorkel and fins. You’ve already seen that it’s difficult and sometimes dangerous to walk, normally, when wearing fins. The best way to get around when wearing fins is to walk backwards and this technique works well both on land and in shallow water. This is the method we use to enter the water from the beach. Now let’s see how to enter the water from a low edge. Simply pivot on stiff arms. This method will also keep you a safe distance from the edge. From higher edges- the giant step technique is safer. It is important to enter the water looking forward – not downward in order to avoid smacking your mask against the surface of the water. You can also use your hand to hold your mask firmly to your face and to protect it.

For the smaller swimmers a few simple techniques will help them into the water and reduce any fear. Absolutely NEVER dive head first when wearing your mask. This could cause serious problems both from the frontal shock and because the lens could break.

Sometimes in the water, you may need to clear your snorkel. One strong breath is all it takes. Some snorkel models feature a purge valve this device makes it noticeably easy to clear the tube. If for some reason you are unable to use this technique simply raise your face out of the water take the mouthpiece out of your mouth and reposition it correctly. Some snorkel models feature a special device that prevents the tube from flooding with water even if you dive below the surface making it all even easier.

Sometimes water can get inside the mask and can even cause an unpleasant visual sensation. No need to worry – Clearing water from your mask is easy: simply lift your head out of the water and move the lower edge of the mask slightly to drain it. The most common reason for water to enter is trapped hair that makes the mask seal less effective Remember to move your hair completely out of the way of the mask. In the water, check the correct position of your snorkel tube. It should be a vertical as possible if it is too far forward or too far back the opening will be too close to the surface.

Great. Now you are in the water and you want to move around. The best way is to kick slowly keeping your fins underwater without splashing. If you slap your fins against the water – in addition to frightening the fish you are also wasting energy because it doesn’t help move you around. Dog paddle and bicycling movement are also pointless and tiring.

When fining, your arms are generally not of much use and can even become obstacles it’s better to let your forward thrust to come exclusively from the force of your fins. You can hold your arms straight along your sides or point them forward.

The important thing is to create the least possible friction to forward movement. The only time you use your arms is when you want to move quickly over a short distance.

In the water you can communicate using gestures you and your companions will quickly establish a vocabulary of signs and gestures. Once you begin to get a little more comfortable with your skills, you may want to get a little closer to what you see. All you need are a few simple hints. The easiest way to descend is to take advantage of the thrust given by the weight of your legs raised out of the water.

As you descend you will notice the strange feeling of pressure in your ears. Don’t worry- this is entirely normal and it’s easy to fix. The mask has a pocket for your nose. If you dive below the surface- simply pinch your nose and then blow gently against your fingers pinching your nose. This is called compensation or equalization, and it balances the pressure that the water creates on your ear drums. Don’t blow too hard and if you are unable to equalize the pressure do NOT continue your descent. Colds, stuffiness and other temporary factors can make this difficult. Stop for the day and you’ll see that next time things will be better.

As you ascend, it’s important to keep one arm pointing upward. This will prevent you from bumping unexpectantly into your friend or object on the surface. Remember to leave extreme stunts to athletes and the professionals. For you a few feet are all you need to fully enjoy everything the ocean has to offer. You shouldn’t stretch your dive beyond your limits. Learn not to over estimate yourself. As soon as you feel the need to breath- return to the surface immediately.

Ear plugs are fine for swimming at the surface, but they can be dangerous when snorkeling and more specifically when breath hold diving with snorkeling gear. They can cause very painful injuries.

It’s important to know where you can enter the water and how. In many Countries use of a marker buoy is obligatory and it’s always advisable. This highly visible device will indicate your presence at great distances, and boats should stay well clear of you. You must not enter the water near ports and boat launching stages or ramp areas, or in mooring and anchorage areas and the like.

Even when using a marker buoy- always keep an ear open for the sound of propellers coming your way and don’t hesitate to wave your arms and splash water to show the boater where you are. Unfortunately sail boaters and windsurfers don’t announce themselves with the sound of propellers. It is up to you to avoid areas where people practice these sports and always be on the lookout for them.

For those looking to take in our sunken sights without going too far from shore, snorkeling is a great option. Clear and current free, the water in Cayman lends itself beautifully to snorkel excursions. Of course, the world famous Stingray City promises excellent marine action just below the surface. Devil’s Grotto and Eden Rock are also awe-inspiring snorkel spots.

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https://snorkelcity.com/blog/snorkeling-basics.htmlIf you are an avid lover of the ocean or marine life or are just curious about it then you simply must take up snorkeling as a hobby. Snorkeling allows you to see an underwater world completely unique and isolated from our own.Unlike SCUBA diving, you do not need an entire setup of gear. A mask, snorkel, set of fins, and snorkeling vest are all basic gear you will need. If you do not have all your own gear before vacation no worries, nearly every snorkeling location you will visit offers rentals on everything you will need for a great snorkeling experience. Snorkeling is appropriate for people of all ages, including children typically older than the age of 5. There are no certification requirements for snorkeling either, which makes it the perfect activity for the entire family.

]]>sales@snorkelcity.com (Author: SnorkelCity “Snorkeling” Gear)SnorkelCity.comWed, 18 Dec 2013 22:23:01 -0600About Us and Our Productshttps://snorkelcity.com/blog/about-us-and-our-products.html
https://snorkelcity.com/blog/about-us-and-our-products.htmlOnline “department” stores and general sporting goods stores work because sales associates know a little about lots of products. Other online stores do the same, or eliminate the problem by restricting your selection. At Snorkel City, we are dedicated to giving you the best variety of the best gear at the best prices. All of our US-based customer associates know the ins and outs of a variety of brands and materials and are ready to help you select the perfect snorkeling gear for your next excursion.

The best material for mask skirts and snorkel flex tubes and mouthpieces is silicone. Silicone is hypoallergenic, flexible, soft, and very durable. Because silicone has elastic properties, it molds to the contours of your face comfortably, and lets the same design of mask fit many different face shapes. Cared for properly, silicone will stay crystal clear, letting in more light and creating a bigger view. On a snorkel, a silicone mouthpiece will fit more comfortably in your mouth, without sharp lines and points leftover from the molding process. Silicone is soft and will not damage teeth. A silicone flex tube can be repositioned easily and does not tug into an unnatural position.

Using PVC or a PVC/silicone blend in masks and snorkels saves a few dollars, but you will pay the difference during your snorkeling experience. PVC is quite firm, so it does not conform well to the contours of your face. Because of this, a PVC mask skirt is more prone to leaks. A PVC mouthpiece has similar problems—due to its stiffness, it can fit awkwardly in your mouth and rub or press on sensitive lips and gums. A PVC “flex” tube does not allow enough movement to reposition the snorkel comfortably, and it takes quite a bit of work to get it where you want it to go. Leaving your PVC mask in a mask box won’t help much—because it is so rigid, anywhere it was pushed in the mask box will leave a permanent curl or bend.

Snorkeling masks should use tempered safety glass for the lenses. Accept no exceptions. Tempered glass is designed to withstand use for both snorkeling and diving. This is vital if you like to dive under the water to investigate while snorkeling. An abrupt change in pressure can damage plastic or polycarbonate lenses. Tempered glass is engineered to break into several mostly dull pieces, not small sharp slivers, when it breaks. We consider this a vital safety feature at Snorkel City, and we are pleased to offer our customers only masks with tempered glass lenses.

At Snorkel City, we always share what materials are contained in our products. We list that information right on the product page—no fine print, no hidden surprises. We take all our own product photos, so what you see on the website is what you receive.

We encourage you to shop around and discover for yourself that Snorkel City offers the best gear at the best prices. We also encourage you to ask us detailed questions about our products. We stand behind our inventory, and will not offer you any product that we would not use ourselves. Do your research, shop around, and then give Snorkel City a call. We are ready to help you today!